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Ribbed Belt






Ribbed Belt

Removing

- Remove the front engine cover - bottom arrows -.





CAUTION!
Risk of destroying due to reversed running direction on a used ribbed belt.

For installing the ribbed belt again, mark the running direction with chalk or a felt tip pen.

- Pivot the tensioner clockwise - arrow - to release the tension on the ribbed belt.





- Remove the ribbed belt and release the tension on the tensioning element.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

- Place the ribbed belt over the pulley as illustrated.





1. Generator

2. Idler roller

3. Coolant pump

4. Power steering pump

5. A/C Compressor

6. Tensioning device for ribbed belt

7. Vibration damper

When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is seated correctly on the pulleys.

- Start engine and check belt running.